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Curator of Ancient and Medieval Manuscripts

Vacancy Details

Description

The British Library holds an internationally renowned collection of manuscripts relating to the ancient and medieval world. As Curator of Ancient and Medieval Manuscripts, with a special responsibility for Classical, Biblical and Byzantine Manuscripts, you will use innovative and traditional ways of interpreting and presenting these collections through online resources and engagement with academic and general users. You will manage projects relating to ancient and medieval manuscripts and use your specialist knowledge to support the development, management and promotion of these collections.

With a post-graduate degree, or equivalent, in a relevant subject, you will have experience of research in Classics and /or Byzantine Studies and a personal area of expertise relevant to the collection. Strong knowledge of Ancient Greek and Classical Latin, excellent written and oral communication skills in English, and the ability to promote the collections to a wide range of audiences are essential.

To help transform research on and engagement with these collections, please visit www.bl.uk/careers/

Appointments are usually made at the bottom of the pay scale.

Closing date 15 November 2015.

Interview Date: 26 November 2015.

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UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD
Faculty of History
in association with All Souls College
Chichele Professor of Medieval History

Start date: 1 October 2016 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The University of Oxford is seeking an outstanding candidate to fill the Chichele Professorship of Medieval History on the retirement of Professor Chris Wickham. Applications are welcome from scholars working in any aspect of the era ca. 500 – 1500.

The Professorship is a member of the Faculty of History, and the Professor will also be a Fellow of All Souls College. The successful candidate will be a scholar of the highest international standing, with an outstanding record of research and publication in medieval history, the ability to teach and inspire students at all levels, and the ability and willingness to undertake senior administrative duties.

Deadline for applications: Monday 14 December 2015. For more details about the post and full application instructions, see www.ox.ac.uk/about_the_university/jobs/fp/.

Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.

Committed to equality and valuing diversity

Position/Title Rank:  Associate/Full Professor – Tenure Stream (Old English Language and Literature)
Faculty/Division:  University of Toronto, Faculty of Arts & Science
Departments:  Centre for Medieval Studies and the Department of English
Campus:  St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Deadline/Closing Date for Application:  December 1, 2015 

The Faculty of Arts and Science, University of Toronto invites applications for the Cameron Professorship in Old English Language and Literature. This is a tenured appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, to be held in the Centre for Medieval Studies (51%) and the Department of English (49%). The appointment will be effective July 1, 2016.

The successful incumbent for this position will demonstrate a deep commitment to the field of Old English language and literature, both in the classroom and in the public sphere. As the leader of a team of researchers and staff at the Dictionary of Old English, he/she will forge critical links between scholars of Old English language and literature at the University of Toronto and their counterparts at universities and research institutions across Canada and abroad. Candidates are required to have a PhD in a relevant discipline and demonstrated evidence of research and teaching excellence in Old English and other relevant fields (e.g., Medieval Latin or Old Norse), and must be prepared to work with the Faculty of Arts and Science’s Office of Advancement on fundraising initiatives that support the Dictionary of Old English.

The Centre for Medieval Studies and the Department of English offer the opportunity to teach and to conduct research in units that are committed to studying both medieval culture and English language and literature in historical depth and geographical range. Situated in one of the most diverse cities in the world, the Centre and the Department reflect that diversity in their approach to English as a world language. The Centre and Department are committed to excellence in teaching and research. Candidates must display evidence of excellence in both these areas.  Evidence of excellence in teaching can be demonstrated through teaching evaluations, a strong statement of teaching philosophy, and endorsements from referees. Candidates must also provide evidence of research of an internationally competitive calibre, as demonstrated by publications in leading journals in the field, presentations at significant conferences, and strong endorsements by referees. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by visiting www.uoftcareers.utoronto.ca. See job # 1501205. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement outlining current and future research interests, representative writing sample, and teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy).

Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply.  We recommend combining attached documents into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format.

Applicants should also ask three referees to email letters directly to Prof. Suzanne Akbari, Search Committee Chair, at director.medieval@utoronto.ca by the closing date of December 1, 2015.

For more information about the Centre for Medieval Studies, the Department of English or the Dictionary of Old English, please visit our respective home pages: http://www.medieval.utoronto.ca, http://www.english.utoronto.ca and http://www.doe.utoronto.ca.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Position/Title Rank:  Assistant Professor – Tenure Stream (Medieval History)
Faculty/Division:  Arts & Science
Departments:  Centre for Medieval Studies and the Department of History, University of Toronto
Campus: St. George (downtown Toronto)
Deadline / Closing Date for Application: November 15, 2015

The Centre for Medieval Studies and the Department of History, University of Toronto, invite applications for a tenure-stream appointment in the field of Medieval History. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, to be held in the Centre for Medieval Studies (75%) and the Department of History (25%), and will begin on July 1, 2016.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated research and teaching expertise in the field of Medieval History, and there will be a strong preference for applicants who focus on northern European history, 1000-1400. The successful candidate will also be able to teach medieval Latin language at the graduate level, and will be able to teach a graduate seminar on Diplomatics (critical analysis of historical documents). Candidates are expected to have outstanding research records, with refereed publications, and to have demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching.

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in a discipline relevant to the requirements of the position, an established record of excellence in scholarly research and publication, and evidence of excellence in both undergraduate and graduate teaching. Evidence of excellence in teaching can be demonstrated through teaching evaluations, a strong statement of teaching philosophy, and endorsements from referees; previous university teaching experience is preferred. Candidates must also provide evidence of research of an internationally competitive calibre, as demonstrated by publications in leading journals in the field, presentations at significant conferences, and strong endorsements by referees.

Medieval Studies at Toronto is a broadly interdisciplinary enterprise that offers the opportunity to work in collaboration with a wide range of departments and academic disciplines.  The successful candidate will hold a joint appointment between the Centre for Medieval Studies (75%) and the Department of History (25%).  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach and conduct research in one of the most diverse and culturally vibrant universities in the world.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by visiting www.uoftcareers.utoronto.ca. See job #1501220. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement outlining current and future research interests, representative writing sample, and teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy).

Applicants should also ask three referees to email letters directly to Prof. Suzanne Akbari, Search Committee Chair, at director.medieval@utoronto.ca by the closing date of November 15, 2015.

Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. We recommend combining documents into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format.

For more information about the Centre for Medieval Studies or the Department of History, please visit our respective homepages at http://www.medieval.utoronto.ca and http://history.utoronto.ca/.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.